2023 Global Biodiversity Information Facility Young Researchers Awards
Attention young graduates from GBIF participating countries! The highly anticipated application process for the 2023 Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) Young Researchers Awards is now open. This prestigious award celebrates the achievements of exceptional young researchers like you in the field of biodiversity. If you’re a citizen of a GBIF-participating country and have conducted remarkable research, this is your opportunity to shine. By submitting your application, you have a chance to win a generous prize of €5,000.
This prestigious program recognizes and highlights the innovative work of graduate students who conduct research using GBIF-mediated data in the field of biodiversity informatics. In the upcoming year, two talented early-career researchers, one pursuing a master’s degree and the other a Ph.D., will be selected to receive a generous prize of €5,000 each. These exceptional individuals will be nominated by the heads of delegation and node managers from GBIF Participant countries. This is a wonderful opportunity for young researchers to showcase their groundbreaking investigations and contribute to the advancement of biodiversity knowledge. If you’re a graduate student working with GBIF-mediated data, don’t miss your chance to be recognized and rewarded for your outstanding contributions.
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The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) was established in 2001 as an international organization dedicated to promoting open access to biodiversity data. It emerged as a collaborative effort among governments, research institutions, and other stakeholders who recognized the need for a global network to facilitate the sharing and integration of biodiversity information. Since its inception, GBIF has played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of global biodiversity. By providing a platform for researchers, scientists, and institutions to share their data, GBIF has helped foster collaborations, promote scientific discoveries, and support evidence-based decision-making in biodiversity conservation. Over the years, GBIF has grown into a global network of participants from more than 100 countries, including governments, museums, universities, and NGOs. Together, they contribute their data and expertise to create a comprehensive and accessible knowledge resource on Earth’s biodiversity. GBIF continues to play a vital role in facilitating data sharing, capacity building, and collaboration across borders. By promoting open access to biodiversity information, GBIF strives to enhance our understanding of the natural world, support conservation efforts, and address pressing environmental challenges.
Requirements and eligibility criteria for the 2023 Global Biodiversity Information Facility Young Researchers Awards:
- To be eligible for the award, applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at a university.
- Applicants must be citizens of GBIF participating countries.
- Nominations may be submitted by either the GBIF delegation or node of the candidate’s home country or the country where the candidate’s host institution is located.
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Application Procedure for the 2023 Global Biodiversity Information Facility Young Researchers Awards (How to apply);
An interested applicant who wants to apply for the 2023 Global Biodiversity Information Facility Young Researchers Awards, should register via the official portal.
Application Deadline: May 19, 2023.
For more information visit the official website
